Ethylcoumarin (CAS 123-66-0) from Japan
Ethylcoumarin is explicitly covered under HTS 2932.20.0500 as a lactone heterocyclic compound with ethyl substitution. It imparts strong vanilla-coumarin notes in flavorings for confectionery and alcoholic beverages.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Include FEMA GRAS status documentation for food flavoring applications
• Specify liquid form density and refractive index for customs verification
• Avoid packaging that suggests retail food use to prevent Chapter 21 reclassification